If you do business in charging products for the Canadian market, or shop for charging devices with wireless functions in Canada, you will most likely encounter the “ISED label”. It may look like just a set of markings on a product, but it is an important compliance basis for market access of radio products in Canada — non-compliant products may face risks such as customs interception, platform sales restrictions, or regulatory penalties. This article will thoroughly explain the requirements for ISED radio compliance labels, starting from the actual scenarios of charging products.
Introductory Basics: First Understand What the ISED Label Is
ISED is the abbreviation for Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, the department responsible for regulating the compliance of radio-related equipment within Canada. The ISED radio label we refer to is a traceable compliance mark for regulated wireless-related products entering the Canadian market, equivalent to the product’s “radio compliance identity credential”.
Many people confuse the label with the certification certificate, so let’s first clarify the relationship between the two: the certification certificate is an archived file stored in ISED’s official system, proving that the product has passed the corresponding tests; the label is traceable information printed on the product that everyone can see, used to prove that this product corresponds to a valid official certification file. Each certification number corresponds to one official archive, but one certification may cover multiple hardware models; the specific scope is subject to the records in the ISED database — having only a certificate without a compliance label, or having only a label without a real and valid corresponding certification, does not count as compliant.
It is particularly important to note that: Among charging products, only models with wireless transmission/wireless power transfer functions that fall within ISED’s radio regulatory scope require this label. Pure wired chargers and charging cables are not covered by this rule, which we will explain in detail later.
Why Should Charging Products Pay Special Attention to the ISED Label?
Charging products are a key category for radio compliance verification in the Canadian market, and the relevant requirements can be understood from three levels:
First, the regulatory level: for radio equipment within ISED’s regulatory scope, compliance labels are one of the statutory market access requirements, and products must meet the corresponding certification and labeling rules to be sold legally.
Second, the channel level: offline retail channels and mainstream cross-border e-commerce platforms may verify compliance qualifications according to their own operating rules, requiring sellers to provide materials such as certification numbers, label photos, or certification certificates.
Third, the law enforcement level: during customs clearance and market supervision spot checks, if labels are found to be non-compliant, measures such as cargo detention, rectification requirements, sales suspension, fines, or even recalls may be taken, depending on the circumstances of the violation and the actual scenario.
For ordinary consumers, the ISED label is also an intuitive reference for judging formal products — if a charging product with wireless functions does not have a traceable compliance number, it is most likely an informal product that has not undergone compliance testing, which may not only interfere with other electronic devices, but also lack guaranteed quality itself.
The Three Most Common Basic Misconceptions
People who are new to the ISED label can easily fall into these three cognitive pitfalls, which we will clarify in advance:
First, not all charging products need to be labeled. Pure wired charging devices without any wireless transmission/energy transfer functions do not need this radio label, so don’t waste money on unnecessary certifications.
Second, the old “IC” label is not necessarily invalid. ISED’s predecessor was Industry Canada (abbreviated as IC), and the compliance labels at that time centered on the IC number. Its validity needs to be comprehensively judged in combination with ISED’s official transition announcement, certification approval time, and certificate status. Products that do not meet the new requirements after the transition period ends may no longer be placed on the market for sale.
Third, the ISED label cannot replace other certifications. It only manages radio-related compliance, while electrical safety certification, US FCC, EU CE, etc., each manage their own fields and regions, and cannot replace each other.
Scope of Application Judgment: Does Your Charging Product Need to Be Labeled?
To judge whether a charging product needs to comply with the ISED radio labeling rules, the core is to see whether it falls within the category of radio transmission or radio energy transfer equipment regulated by ISED — that is, whether the product actively emits radio frequency energy outward. Among them, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and IoT modules are types that actively transmit communication signals, while wireless charging (WPT) belongs to the radio energy transfer type. Both are within the regulatory scope, but the specific product categories, certification and labeling rules applicable are different, and need to be checked separately.
Typical Charging Products That Require Key Compliance Label Verification
Combined with common charging product categories, the following types are key verification objects for compliance in the Canadian market, and it is necessary to confirm whether labels need to be affixed according to the corresponding rules:
• Wireless charging category: magnetic wireless chargers, car wireless chargers, wireless charging bases, power banks with wireless output, etc. These products belong to wireless power transfer (WPT) equipment. According to the equipment category, operating frequency, power level and exemption conditions of the RSS-216 standard, it is first necessary to confirm whether certification is required, labels need to be affixed, or specified statements need to be attached.
• Smart charging category: chargers, power adapters, power banks with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or IoT control functions, such as smart fast chargers that can adjust power and check charging status via mobile phone APP. Because they have wireless modules that actively transmit communication signals, they need to check certification and labeling rules according to the requirements of the corresponding RSS standards (such as RSS-247 applicable to Bluetooth/Wi-Fi categories).
• Charging accessories with wireless modules: for example, USB-C docks with built-in Bluetooth or wireless charging modules, multi-port charging hubs with wireless output. As long as they have active radio frequency transmission functions, they must verify the labeling requirements according to the corresponding rules.
Charging Products That Do Not Need ISED Radio Labels
The following types of charging products do not have active radio frequency transmission functions and do not need ISED radio labels:
• Basic pure wired models: ordinary chargers, power adapters, charging cables, adapters. As long as they are only responsible for power transmission or wired data transmission, they are not required.
• Passive charging accessories: charging port panels and charging stands without built-in electronic modules, which only provide physical support or adaptation and do not emit signals, are not required.
A supplementary note here: Although pure wired products do not need to affix this radio label, they may need to comply with ISED’s ICES electromagnetic compatibility rules, but those requirements do not fall within the scope of the radio labels discussed in this article.
What to Do If You Are Unsure About Boundary Products?
Some products have ambiguous functions, such as a fast charger with a temperature display — does it need to be labeled? At this time, return to the core standard: check whether it has the function of actively emitting radio frequency energy. If the temperature display relies on a built-in wired sensor without Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/wireless transmission, there is no need to label it; if it transmits temperature to the mobile phone via Bluetooth, it needs to be labeled.
Take a common example in the charging category: a 65W fast charger with Bluetooth temperature control needs to verify the ISED labeling requirements according to the rules, while an ordinary 20W wired fast charger does not.
If you are really unsure, there are two reliable solutions: first, check ISED’s official product classification list, and second, consult a formal certification body to avoid compliance risks caused by misjudgment.
Precautions for Exemption Situations
Many people confuse “low power”, “license-exempt” and “label-exempt”, but in the ISED system, these are several different concepts: first, it is necessary to judge whether the product is a radio transmission/energy transfer device, and then sequentially check whether it is license-exempt, whether it is certification-exempt, and whether it is exempt from labeling requirements. Only products that are clearly marked as label-exempt in official rules do not need to affix ISED-related labels.
Common low-power, short-range wireless devices, even if they fall into the license-exempt category, may still need to meet the technical requirements of the corresponding RSS (Radio Technical Standard), and even still need to complete certification or attach a specified statement in the manual, so you cannot directly assume that no label is needed. The specific exemption conditions and power thresholds shall be subject to the latest official ISED documents.
In addition, special attention should be paid: if the product clearly falls within the scope of label/certification exemption, you cannot actively print ISED-related certification labels or numbers to mislead consumers, otherwise you will violate the rules due to false compliance labels.
Style and Content of Compliance Labels: What Kind of Label Is Valid?
Now that we know which products need key verification, the next thing to understand is: what mandatory content must a compliant ISED radio label have? What kind of label is valid?
Two Current Valid Versions
At present, there are two valid forms of legal ISED radio compliance labels on the market, corresponding to the rules before and after the department’s name change:
• New version rules: corresponding to ISED’s current certification system, the label must be marked with traceable information such as certification number and hardware version model (HVIN) in accordance with applicable specifications such as RSP-100 and RSS-Gen; if the ISED graphic logo is used, it must meet the official style requirements, and numbers must not be fabricated or compliance information forged.
• Old version rules: the IC certification number and corresponding label format from the former Industry Canada (IC) period are the old version of compliance form before the department’s name change, and are not directly invalid. Its validity needs to be comprehensively checked in combination with ISED’s current transition announcement, certification approval time, label rule version and certificate status. Products that do not meet the new requirements after the transition period ends may no longer be placed on the market for sale.
Core Mandatory Information
Whether it is the new or old version of the rules, the core of a compliant ISED radio label is traceable compliance information. The specific requirements need to be checked in combination with the applicable RSS standards and labeling rules, and the core information usually includes:
1. Certification number in compliance with the format: usually prefixed with “IC:” or “ISED:”, corresponding to a certification file in ISED’s official database. Note: There is no fixed rule that “one certificate only corresponds to one product”. One certification may cover multiple hardware version models (HVIN), and the specific coverage scope is subject to database records. It is not allowed to use certification numbers of other products or series.
2. Hardware version model (HVIN): that is, the product hardware model corresponding to the certification, which is the key information for tracing product compliance. It should be noted here that marketing names cannot be used as certification models, and certification numbers are not equal to product models. For example, the promotional name of your product is “Super Fast Charge 20000mAh Wireless Power Bank”, but the certified HVIN is “WP-200”, the label must be marked with the certified HVIN, not just the marketing name.
3. Other content required to be marked according to applicable rules: some categories of equipment need to be marked with the certificate holder, Canadian local responsible entity, or attached with specific compliance statements (such as use condition statements for license-exempt equipment, radio frequency exposure safety prompts, etc.) according to the corresponding RSS standards. If the ISED/IC graphic logo is used on the product, it must strictly follow the officially specified style, proportion and color, and must not be deformed or recolored, nor can it be spliced with promotional slogans or other logos to mislead consumers.
Common Presentation Forms for Charging Products
Different charging products have different positions and processes for compliance labels. The common ones are:
• Wireless chargers and power banks with wireless functions: usually silk-screened on the bottom, or a self-adhesive label on the back, which is convenient for users to see when they turn it over.
• Smart chargers and power adapters: usually laser engraved on the side of the plug pins, or printed on the nameplate on the shell, which will not affect the use of the plug pins and is not easy to wear.
• Small charging accessories: such as mini docks with wireless functions, usually use laser marking on the shell. If the volume is too small, the content can be simplified, but core traceable information such as certification numbers cannot be missing.
Characteristics of Common Invalid/Non-Compliant Labels
If you encounter labels with the following situations, they can basically be judged as invalid or non-compliant:
• Self-fabricated certification numbers, forged ISED/IC-related labels, or misleading situations such as deformed or discolored labels, splicing with promotional slogans/other logos, etc.
• The label is blurred or worn to the point that core traceable information such as certification number or HVIN cannot be identified. If the core traceable information cannot be seen clearly, it is equivalent to no compliance label.
• Only general text such as “meets ISED standards” is marked, without effective certification numbers, corresponding HVIN and other traceable information. This is self-assertion and does not count as compliance.
• The HVIN, wireless module, and radio frequency parameters corresponding to the certification number do not match the actual product. For example, pasting the number of model A wireless charger onto model B, even if the appearance is similar, as long as the configuration is not within the certification coverage, it is invalid.
Label Affixing Requirements: How to Affix to Be Compliant?
Having the correct label content is not enough; if the position and method of affixing are wrong, it may still be judged as a violation.
Basic Requirements for the Product Body
We can divide the requirements into statutory mandatory requirements and design optimization suggestions to avoid mistaking reasonable suggestions for unified regulations:
Statutory Mandatory Requirements
• Verifiability: The label should be located on the outer surface that users can see without dismantling the product shell, and must not be hidden in a position that can only be accessed by disassembling the machine (some special equipment shall be implemented according to applicable rules).
• Readability: Core information (certification number, HVIN, etc.) can be clearly identified by the naked eye, and the minimum size must meet the requirements of the corresponding labeling rules.
• Durability: During the normal use cycle of the product, the label should remain clear and readable, and must not fall off or become blurred due to normal wear or contact with common use media.
Design Optimization Suggestions for Charging Products (Not Unified Mandatory Regulatory Requirements, But Can Reduce Compliance Risks)
• Prioritize processes with good durability such as silk screen printing and laser engraving, and try to avoid low-quality self-adhesive labels that come off as soon as they are scratched.
• Try to avoid positions such as plug pins, charging interfaces, and heat dissipation holes: the plug pins will block the label after being inserted into the socket, repeated plugging and unplugging next to the charging interface is easy to wear the label, and the label at the heat dissipation hole position may affect heat dissipation or be blocked by dust. Labels in these positions are more likely to become unrecognizable during use, increasing compliance risks.
• Charging products for ordinary indoor use do not need to mandatory meet waterproof label requirements, but for products used in humid/dusty scenarios such as outdoor and vehicle use, it is recommended to use waterproof and dustproof labels to ensure durability.
Alternative Rules for Small-Sized Products
If the product body is too small to fully mark all required label information, you must first check the small-sized device label exemption clauses in RSP-100 or the corresponding RSS standards. If eligible, the complete compliance information can be placed on the sales packaging, product manual, or official designated electronic instruction page, but the product body still needs to be marked with at least clearly identifiable core traceable information such as certification number, and must not be completely without any compliance label. The access method, font size, readability, etc. of electronic labels must comply with the relevant provisions of ISED.
Requirements for Packaging, Manuals, and Online Channels
In addition to the product body, the information on packaging, manuals and sales channels also needs to be checked in combination with the corresponding rules:
• Sales packaging: It is recommended to print core compliance information on the packaging to facilitate customs inspection and quick confirmation by consumers when purchasing. Whether it is mandatory to mark needs to be checked according to the applicable product category and consumer information rules of the sales province.
• Product manual: If the corresponding RSS standard clearly requires a compliance statement (such as a dual-condition use statement for license-exempt equipment, radio frequency exposure safety distance requirements, etc.), the manual must include the corresponding content. The language requirements for retail products need to be checked in combination with federal official language obligations and consumer information regulations of the sales province (such as the mandatory French requirement in Quebec), and not all products are required to be uniformly bilingual in English and French.
• Online sales channels: Canadian sites of mainstream cross-border e-commerce platforms may require sellers to submit materials such as ISED certification numbers, label photos, or certification certificates according to their own platform rules; although independent site sales do not have unified platform review, they still need to bear the compliance responsibility for the Canadian market on their own, ensuring that the labels of actually sold products are consistent with the certification information. Note: Displaying labels on e-commerce detail pages is not a unified statutory requirement of ISED, and the specific requirements shall be subject to platform rules and regulatory requirements.
The most important point is consistency: the core compliance information (certification number, HVIN, etc.) on the product body, packaging, manual, and sales page must be completely consistent. You cannot have certification number 123 on the product and 456 on the packaging, nor can you mark model A on the page but actually ship model B.
Label Usage Rules for Products of the Same Series
Many sellers ask whether products of the same series can share the same certification number and label. The answer is: there is no fixed rule that “as long as the wireless modules are the same, they can be shared”, and it must be subject to the records in ISED’s official certification database.
If the wireless module, radio frequency parameters, antenna configuration, etc. of products of the same series do not exceed the coverage of the original certification, and all HVINs are within the scope listed in the certification document, the corresponding certification number can be used. The label must be marked with the actual applicable HVIN, and it is not allowed to only mark a single model to cover the entire series, nor can “see the manual for series products” replace the model traceability information required by regulations.
Take a reference scenario for the charging category: two wireless chargers of a certain brand use the same wireless charging module, antenna and radio frequency parameters, and the HVINs of both are in the coverage list of the same ISED certification, so they can use the same certification number, and each can be marked with their respective HVIN on the label; if one of them adds a wireless coil and adjusts the radio frequency power, even if the appearance is similar, as long as it is not within the original certification coverage, they cannot share the certification number and label.
Pitfall Avoidance Guide: Common Mistakes and Confusion Distinctions
Many sellers make mistakes not because they intentionally violate the rules, but because they confuse the ISED label with other labels, or make common low-level mistakes.
The 5 Most Common Label Mistakes for Charging Products
1. Type confusion: Treating other labels such as FCC and Qi as ISED compliance labels, thinking that having one of them allows sales in Canada. In fact, the regulatory scope and applicable regions of different labels are completely different.
2. Unreasonable position: Affixing the label in positions that are easy to wear or block, such as plug pins and next to charging interfaces, causing it to become unrecognizable quickly during use and increasing compliance risks.
3. Missing information: The product body is not marked with any compliance information at all (except those that meet the small size exemption rules), and only has relevant content on the packaging or manual, which does not meet the traceability requirements.
4. Number mismatch: The HVIN, wireless module, and radio frequency parameters corresponding to the certification number do not match the actual product. For example, using the certification number of an ordinary wireless charger on a smart wireless charger with Bluetooth is essentially misappropriation of certification.
5. Not updated after revision: After the product replaces the wireless module or antenna, or adjusts the radio frequency parameters, or adds new wireless functions, it does not recheck the certification coverage and still uses the original label, which may cause the label to be invalid.
How to Distinguish Easily Confused Labels?
Many people can’t tell the difference between ISED and other common certification labels. We have compiled a comparison table for easy understanding:
| Label/Requirement Type | Core Regulatory Content | Mandatory Status in the Canadian Market | Relationship with the ISED Radio Label |
| ISED Radio Label | Compliance of active radio transmission and wireless power transfer | Mandatory for regulated radio products | The main subject discussed in this article |
| Electrical safety-related approvals (such as CSA, cUL, ETL and other approval marks) | Electrical safety, fire and electric shock prevention | Need to be checked according to product type, sales province and applicable regulations; requirements vary by category | The two have completely different regulatory scopes and cannot replace each other; charging products with wireless functions need to meet radio compliance and applicable electrical safety requirements respectively |
| Qi Label | Wireless charging compatibility (industry voluntary certification) | Non-mandatory | Cannot replace ISED; wireless charging products that have passed Qi certification still need to meet relevant Canadian ISED requirements to be sold legally |
| FCC Label | US radio/EMC compliance | Not mandatory in Canada | US market access requirement, not interchangeable with ISED rules |
| CE Label | EU health/safety/environmental compliance | Not mandatory in Canada | EU market access requirement, not interchangeable with ISED rules |
| ICES Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements | Electromagnetic interference emission requirements for unintentional radiation equipment | Required for some electronic products without active wireless transmission | Belongs to different regulatory rules from the ISED label for active radio transmission; ICES requirements for pure wired charging products are not within the scope of this article |
To put it simply: ISED manages “whether wireless signals/energy are emitted randomly to interfere with other devices”, safety certification manages “whether there is a risk of electric shock or fire”, Qi manages “whether it is compatible with other wireless charging devices”, and FCC/CE manages “access requirements of other countries”. Each manages its own area and cannot replace the others.
Possible Consequences of Non-Compliant Use
If the label is non-compliant, you may face various risks, depending on the circumstances of the violation and the law enforcement scenario:
• Customs clearance link: May be detained by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), required to supplement compliance materials, or even returned or destroyed.
• E-commerce platform link: May have products removed from the platform and have security deposits deducted; in serious cases, may face fines or store penalties.
• Market supervision link: If violations are found in spot checks by Canadian regulatory authorities, product recalls, rectification, or even administrative penalties may be required, leaving a bad compliance record.
Compliance Judgment and Self-Inspection Methods
Whether you are a seller or a consumer, you can use the following methods to quickly judge whether the ISED label is compliant.
Four-Step Method for Compliance Label Verification
Step 1 Look at the label itself: First, find out whether there is a clearly identifiable certification number (usually with IC:/ISED: prefix) and the corresponding hardware version model (HVIN) on the product, whether the position is visible without dismantling the shell, and whether the core information is worn to the point of being unreadable. If there is no certification number and HVIN at all, it can basically be judged as non-compliant.
Step 2 Check the official database: Log in to ISED’s official equipment certification database, enter the certification number on the label to confirm that the number is real and valid, and at the same time check the certificate holder, HVIN list, wireless technology category, frequency band, module information and other content recorded in the database.
Step 3 Check product configuration: Compare the certification information in the database with the actual product configuration: for example, whether the certified HVIN is consistent with the product marking, and whether the wireless module, antenna, radio frequency parameters, and functional configuration are within the certification coverage — even if the number is real, if the actual product configuration is not within the certification coverage, the label is still invalid.
Step 4 Confirm applicable statements: If the product belongs to a category that requires additional compliance statements (such as license-exempt equipment, equipment that requires marking radio frequency exposure requirements), it is also necessary to check whether the statement on the manual or label meets the requirements of the corresponding RSS standard.
Is the Label Still Valid After Hardware Revision?
Product iteration and revision are common. After modification, can the original ISED compliance label still be used? The core depends on whether the modification involves radio-related parameters and whether it is within the coverage of the original certification. There are three categories of situations:
• Certification needs to be re-evaluated: If the wireless module or antenna is replaced, the radio frequency parameters are adjusted, or new wireless functions are added (for example, there was only Bluetooth before, and now Wi-Fi is added), these changes may affect the radio transmission characteristics. It is necessary to first check the change rules of the original certification, the module certification status and relevant ISED requirements: if the change exceeds the allowable scope of the original certification, it is necessary to re-apply for certification and replace the label; if a certified module is used, and the installation method, antenna parameters, and radio frequency output all meet the use conditions of the original certification, the original label can be used after completing the filing or confirmation according to the rules.
• Original label can be used directly: Only changing the shell color, label printing position, or replacing non-radio components (such as batteries, ordinary USB interfaces), these changes do not affect wireless parameters and do not involve changes in certification coverage, so there is no need to change the label.
• Need to check the certificate scope: For products of the same series that have changed power or number of interfaces but the wireless module remains unchanged, first check the HVIN list and coverage of the original certification. If it is within the scope, it can be used as before; if not, it is necessary to make up the certification or change the certification.
Pre-Market Self-Inspection Checklist
Before the product is launched, sellers can self-inspect against the following points to reduce compliance risks:
1. Content consistency: Information such as certification number, HVIN, and responsible entity is completely consistent with the certification certificate and database records, with no typos or wrong numbers.
2. Position and durability: The label is affixed in a visible position, not easy to wear and fall off under normal use, and try to avoid positions that are easy to block/wear such as charging ports, plug pins, and heat dissipation holes.
3. Multi-channel consistency: The core compliance information on the product body, packaging, manual, and e-commerce detail page is completely unified.
4. Special scenario verification: If it is a small-sized product, set product, or OEM product, it is necessary to confirm in advance that it meets the corresponding rules.
Label Rules for Special Scenarios
In addition to ordinary retail products, there are some special scenario rules that are easily overlooked, which we will also explain clearly.
Exemption for Non-Retail Scenarios
Products in the following non-retail scenarios need to be checked against the relevant rules of ISED and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) in combination with the specific use and import method, and the labeling requirements for ordinary retail products do not apply:
• Laboratory test and exhibition display samples: Test samples and exhibition samples used only for non-sales purposes need to meet ISED’s test/exhibition exemption requirements and CBSA’s sample import rules. Usually, they need to be clearly marked with sample/non-sale purpose, and must not enter the retail market for sale or lease. The specific requirements shall be subject to the latest official regulations.
• Personal use carried into the country: A small number of charging products with wireless functions for personal use need to be checked according to CBSA’s personal goods entry rules, and usually do not require special compliance labels; if imported in batches for sale or distribution, they must meet the complete compliance requirements of the Canadian market. The specific quantity threshold shall be subject to customs regulations and cannot be judged subjectively.
Requirements for Sets/Gifts
If it is a set product or a sales combination with gifts, it needs to be judged separately according to the attributes of each product:
• Main products in the set (such as wireless chargers, smart chargers and other regulated radio products): must meet the ISED labeling requirements.
• Gifts without wireless functions (such as ordinary charging cables, wired chargers, etc.): they themselves do not fall within the scope of ISED radio regulation, and do not need to be labeled separately.
• Gifts with wireless functions (such as mini wireless chargers included in the set): even if they are free gifts, as long as they are regulated radio products and used in sales scenarios, they need to meet the ISED labeling requirements.
Requirements for Repair/Refurbishment
After the product is repaired or refurbished, the validity of the label needs to be judged according to the repair content combined with the certification change rules:
• If radio modules, antennas and other components involving radio frequency parameters are replaced during repair: it is necessary to first check the change rules of the original certification, the certification status of the replacement module and the installation conditions. If the change is within the allowable scope of the original certification, the original label can be used after confirmation according to the rules; if the change exceeds the original certification coverage, it is necessary to re-apply for certification and replace the corresponding label.
• If only non-radio components such as shell, battery, and ordinary interfaces are replaced: it does not affect wireless parameters, and the original ISED label remains valid.
• Refurbished products must not intentionally cover or alter the original compliant ISED label; if a new shell is replaced, it is necessary to ensure that the label information is consistent with the actual certification of the product, and re-mark according to the rules if necessary.
Requirements for OEM/ODM
Sellers engaged in OEM/ODM need to focus on the consistency of label information and certification. The core rules include:
• Information such as the certificate holder and responsible entity on the label must be consistent with the certification certificate and database records. It is not allowed to only print the brand name and ignore the information of the certification holder, otherwise it will be non-compliant due to information mismatch.
• When the same hardware product is OEM for multiple brands, it is necessary to confirm whether the HVIN and brand information corresponding to each brand are within the coverage of the original certification. If not, it is necessary to apply for certification separately or handle certification changes.
• When changing the brand, importer or responsible entity, it is necessary to first check ISED’s certification change rules to confirm whether it is necessary to update the label information or handle the change of certification holder, and cannot directly modify the label content without authorization.
Precautions for Simultaneous Sales in Multiple Markets
If a product is sold to multiple markets such as Canada, the United States, and the European Union at the same time, please note:
• Different countries and regions have different labeling requirements. For example, the United States uses FCC, the European Union uses CE, and Canada uses ISED. You cannot directly use labels from other markets in Canada.
• The same product can be printed with compliance labels for multiple markets at the same time, such as ISED, FCC, and CE at the same time, but the certification corresponding to each label must be real and valid, and meet their respective style requirements.
• Before going on the market, it is necessary to plan the content and layout of the label in advance in combination with the rules of the target market, so as not to find that there is no place to print when adding a new label later.
Summary
After reading this article, you should have mastered three core competencies:
First, quickly judge whether a charging product needs to comply with the ISED radio labeling rules — the core is to see whether it falls within the category of active radio transmission or wireless power transfer equipment regulated by ISED, and then further confirm in combination with product category, power, and exemption rules, so that you will no longer mistakenly think that all charging products need to be labeled.
Second, accurately identify the compliance of the ISED label, will not confuse it with electrical safety certification, Qi, FCC/CE and other labels, and can avoid common pitfalls such as number misappropriation, missing information, and unreasonable positions through the process of “looking at the label, checking the database, verifying the configuration, and confirming the statement”.
Third, judge the corresponding labeling requirements in combination with your own scenario (such as seller stocking, OEM production, multi-market sales, consumer purchase), complete basic self-inspection, and reduce risks such as customs detention, platform removal, and regulatory penalties caused by non-compliant labels.